Trust in God's Grace
Trust in God's Grace4
Limiting God
By C.H. Spurgeon2.3K42:54PSA 78:21ISA 55:8C.H. Spurgeon, in his sermon 'Limiting God,' emphasizes the tendency of humanity to restrict God's power and grace through dictation, distrust, and despair. He highlights how people often prioritize sins against others over their offenses against God, failing to recognize the gravity of unbelief and lack of love for the Creator. Spurgeon urges believers to abandon their limitations on God's sovereignty, reminding them that God's ways and timing are beyond human understanding. He calls both saints and sinners to trust in God's boundless mercy and to persist in prayer, regardless of circumstances. Ultimately, he encourages all to embrace God's infinite love and grace, asserting that no one is beyond the reach of His salvation.
The Faithfulness of God Seen in His Ways With Balaam
By John Nelson Darby0NUM 23:19DEU 8:2ZEC 3:4John Nelson Darby emphasizes the faithfulness of God as seen in His dealings with Balaam and Israel, illustrating how the enemy seeks to hinder God's people from entering the promised land. Despite Israel's rebellion and shortcomings, God remains committed to His promises, demonstrating that His grace prevails over human failure. The sermon highlights the importance of faith in recognizing God's unwavering support and the futility of the enemy's attempts to curse what God has blessed. Darby reassures believers that God's judgment is based on their standing in Christ, not their failures, and encourages them to trust in God's mercy and grace.
A Portion for Each Day
By C.H. Spurgeon02KI 25:29C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the significance of receiving a daily portion from God, as illustrated by Jehoiachin's experience of dining regularly in the presence of the king of Babylon. He explains that just as Jehoiachin was provided with daily sustenance, believers are granted daily grace and strength, which is all they truly need. Spurgeon encourages Christians to trust in God's provision for each day, rather than worrying about future needs, and to find contentment in the sufficiency of God's daily allowance. He highlights that this daily provision is a gracious gift from the King, meant to foster gratitude and reliance on God. Ultimately, Spurgeon reassures believers that they can find renewed grace and strength through prayer, meditation, and waiting upon God.
Genesis 3
By John Nelson Darby0GEN 3:1John Nelson Darby explores the themes of sin and the consequences of disobedience as illustrated in Genesis 3. He emphasizes how Satan introduces doubt and distrust in God's goodness, leading humanity to sin and separation from God. The sermon highlights the futility of trying to hide our sin from God and the importance of recognizing our need for His grace. Darby reassures that despite our failures, God has provided a way back to Him through Jesus Christ, who offers redemption and restores our relationship with God. Ultimately, he calls for believers to trust in God's love and grace, which empowers obedience and brings true happiness.